UK
Tim Hortons aiming to double UK estate by end-2023
It is set to open its first restaurant in London later this year.
Restaurant, pub like-for-like sales up 4% in March but inflation still holding growth down
London sales are flat whilst sales rise 6% beyond the M25.
Subway taps TikTok star as ‘crisp sandwich sommelier’
The chain looks to “educate customers on the art of creating the perfect crisp sarnie.”
Less than three weeks to go before nominations for the QSR Media UK Awards close
The industry's best initiatives for the past 12 months will be lauded.
Delivery, takeaway sales slip YoY as more customers opt for out-of-home eating
The focus for operators is turning repeat customers into loyal advocates, an analyst said.
Papa John’s opens restaurant in Horsham
The venue is also one of the first high street outlets to benefit from their updated branding.
Fridays appoints Rhiannon Scarlett as chief marketing officer
She will be responsible for marketing and public relations for Fridays and 63rd+1st in her new role, including all CRM, loyalty, and digital operations.
Social Media Wrap Up: LEON’s mayo range now carbon neutral; Papa John’s papadias; Five Guys launches Reese's Peanut Butter Cups milkshake
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Recruitment, retention challenges still a major concern for hospitality leaders
A new survey highlighted widespread job vacancies and upward pressure on labour costs.
Taco Bell’s Gloucester restaurant to open on April 28
This will be the brand’s 95th opening in the UK.
Nearly three in four consumers want ‘lack’ of accessibility in hospitality venues addressed: survey
Restaurants scored low in terms of having a good reputation for adhering to disabled people’s needs.
Burger King brings back halloumi fries for a limited time
The item, available as a 6-piece or 9-piece side, was first launched in June 2021.
Wagamama expands retail range with two new mayo products
The sauces were inspired by the brand’s katsu curry and firecracker.
Fish & chips, pizza amongst Brits’ top takeaway choices
Londoners are the biggest spenders, with an average of £73.70 spent on takeaways each month.
Less than a month to go submit your nominations to the QSR Media UK Awards
Deadline for the submission of entries is on 13 May 2022.
Greggs commits on its sustainability drive through its first eco-shop
They're keen on setting up 250 eco-shops by end-2022.
